The Abia State government has announced plans to develop four housing estates in and around Umuahia to address the housing deficit.
Okey Kanu, the Commissioner for Information, revealed this during a press briefing on the outcome of the weekly Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Alex Otti.
The proposed estates will be located in Aba, Obehie (Ukwa West LGA), and two sites in Mbaisii and Mgbarakuma, Umuahia.
Kanu noted that discussions with private developers are progressing well, emphasizing the government’s strong commitment to the projects.
Chaka Chukwumereije, Commissioner for Lands, also introduced the “New Umuahia Project,” a separate housing initiative.
He explained that the project would cover 2,000 hectares between Abia Tower and Ntigha Junction, affecting 19 surrounding communities.
Chukwumereije assured the public that further details would be shared once the project paperwork is finalized.
